2010 Audi S5 Technical Service Bulletins

637 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2010 Audi S5. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10072128Mar 28, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10122302Mar 19, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-50 dated August 1, 2012. Echo effects, caller on either end cannot hear conversation, sound distortion or feedback, and the sound is distorted, hisses, or scrapes occur during a phone call. This bulletin provides guidelines for analyzing the call quality of the Bluetooth system in the vehicle, and is not applicable to any Audi warranty.
• 10216611Mar 18, 2014Brakes. Under extreme driving conditions (such as short-distance, stop-and-go driving), high crankcase pressure can cause the DTCs to appear. The condition can be improved and the DTCs eliminated when the crankcase pressure valve is changed to a lower operating pressure and the ECM software is updated to compensate for new crankcase pressure.
• 10122281Mar 18, 2014Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-45 dated December 5, 2013. The MIL is on. DTCs are stored in the ECM. Under extreme driving conditions (such as short-distance, stop-and-go driving), high crankcase pressure can cause the DTCs to appear. The condition can be improved and the DTCs eliminated when the crankcase pressure valve is changed to a lower operating pressure and the ECM software is…
• 10231133Mar 17, 2014Equipment. Technical bulletins and updates
• 10250988Mar 12, 2014Brakes. squealing from front brakes (PR-1LJ)
• 10066930Mar 12, 2014Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10226435Mar 4, 2014Equipment. 96 Alarm sounds when driver door is unlocked with mechanical key
• 10122306Mar 4, 2014Equipment, Latches, locks and linkages. The vehicle's anti-theft alarm sounds when the driver door is unlocked with a mechanical key. No DTCs are stored. The keyless remote was not used to unlock the vehicle. In order to minimize current draw after the ignition has been turned off, the electronics system of the vehicle goes into sleep mode. During this time, each module monitors the CAN bus more slowly than when the electronics system is awake.
• 10125561Feb 27, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 12-27 dated April 24, 2012. There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system. The odor usually occurs when the vehicle has been sitting unused for five hours or more. The odor usually occurs within 20 to 60 seconds after the vehicle is started. Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can cause a musty odor.
• 10228292Feb 20, 2014Engine cooling. When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
• 10221944Feb 20, 2014Engine cooling. When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
• 10125536Feb 20, 2014Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 12-34 dated June 6, 2012. The process of draining oil through the drain plug is not always tidy. When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
• 10122289Feb 12, 2014Brakes. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 13-41 dated June 11, 2013. Brakes on vehicles produced before September 3, 2012 (calendar week 36 of 2012), squeak or squeal when used with light to moderate force.
• 10125535Feb 11, 2014Steering, Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 45 number 13-07 dated September 25, 2013. Steering wheel does not lock. Various warning lights are on. Steering feels stiffer than usual. The engine cannot be switched off. The ignition key cannot be removed. There are DTC entries present in the system (either static or sporadic). DTCs with description ?Brake control module - no signal/communication? are present in…
• 10054858Feb 11, 2014Brakes. Audi: due to damage abs wheel speed sensor during production, some vehicles may experience steering wheel not locking, ignition key cannot be removed, and other various issues. Model 2009-2014 a4/s4, a5/s5, a5/s5 cab, q5. *pe updated 05/21/2014
• 10252235Feb 4, 2014Engine cooling. ECM Software Update
• 10241759Feb 4, 2014Engine cooling. ECM Software Update (FED_EMS)
• 10125537Feb 4, 2014Engine cooling. MIL on for random cylinder misfires during cold start. This Update is in effect until removed. Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 24AL code in the Elsa Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair. Vehicle must be within the FEDERAL EMISSIONS warranty. Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin. Procedure must be performed on…
• 10069583Feb 4, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10249077Feb 3, 2014Other or unknown, Engine cooling. ECM Software Update
• 10125546Feb 3, 2014Electrical system. The MIL may illuminate for random cylinder misfire if the coolant temperature is between 18° and 36°C. Update the ECM software using SVM.
• 10072124Feb 3, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10122194Jan 29, 2014Steering, Wheels. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 13-47 dated August 2, 2013. Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly (the noise can be duplicated while the vehicle is stationary if the steering wheel is turned slowly). The noise may get louder at higher temperatures or when the vehicle is driven for a longer period of time. The noise comes from the…
• 10231122Jan 20, 2014Equipment. Technical bulletins and updates
• 10122192Jan 9, 2014Brakes, Steering, Wheels. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 12-23 dated June 18, 2012. Customer may report that the steering wheel vibrates or pulsates when the brakes are applied. Document contains the brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines.
• 10122199Jan 3, 2014Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 11-16 dated October 5, 2011. During a Bluetooth call, the sound is difficult to hear for the other party. Voice recognition accuracy is poor. This TSB provides guidelines for testing microphones in a vehicle.
• 10251027Dec 9, 2013Wheels. Tightening wheel bolts
• 10121408Dec 9, 2013Wheels. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. Always use a calibrated torque wrench to attain the correct wheel bolt torque and follow the proper wheel tightening procedure as…
• 10054859Dec 9, 2013Equipment. Audi: on certain vehicles, use calibrated torque wrench and not torque sticks, torque extension bars and impact guns/wrenches not approved for usage on wheel bolts by manufacturer, that can cause damage to brake, steering wheel, hub. Model 1995-2014 all.
• 10053944Dec 6, 2013Engine. Audi: see document search button for owner letter. Information provided regarding warranty extension on carbon buildup removal, engine cylinder head secondary air ports. Models 2009-2012. No model provided.
• 10228340Dec 5, 2013Engine cooling. Under extreme driving conditions (such short-distance, stop-and-go driving), high crankcase pressure can cause the DTCs to appear.
• 10225019Dec 5, 2013Engine cooling. Under extreme driving conditions (such short-distance, stop-and-go driving), high crankcase pressure can cause the DTCs to appear.
• 10221992Dec 5, 2013Engine cooling. Under extreme driving conditions (such short-distance, stop-and-go driving), high crankcase pressure can cause the DTCs to appear.
• 10121398Dec 5, 2013Engine. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-66 dated January 17, 2013. MIL on. DTCs are stored in the engine control module (ECM). Under extreme driving conditions (such short-distance, stop-and-go driving), high crankcase pressure can cause the DTCs to appear. The condition can be improved and the DTCs eliminated when the crankcase pressure valve is changed to a lower operating pressure and the ECM…
• 10204487Dec 4, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. The following message appears in the information display: ?Gearbox malfunction: you can continue driving?.
• 10228339Nov 27, 2013Electrical system. Software update is needed.
• 10225018Nov 27, 2013Equipment. Software update is needed.
• 10221991Nov 27, 2013Electrical system. Software update is needed.
• 10204478Nov 27, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Software update is needed.
• 10121486Nov 27, 2013Engine cooling. MIL on. DTCs may be stored in the engine control module (ECM). Freeze frame data indicates that the DTCs are stored during cold start (engine coolant temperature between 18° and 36° C). Software update is needed.
• 10065667Nov 27, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10204498Nov 26, 2013Body and structure. Components on the doors or the parcel shelf vibrate while heavy bass audio is played.
• 10121506Nov 26, 2013Body and structure, Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 12-70 dated September 5, 2012. Vibration noises from the doors or the rear parcel shelf are heard, particularly when heavy bass audio is playing. Components on the doors or the parcel shelf vibrate while heavy bass audio is played.
• 10251025Nov 21, 2013Steering. Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
• 10204489Nov 21, 2013Suspension, Steering, Tires, Wheels. Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel.
• 10121497Nov 21, 2013Steering, Suspension. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-42 dated September 27, 2013. Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel. This condition does not lead to any handling concerns or loss of vehicle control. The customer feels the vibration while driving at highway speeds from 55 - 80 mph (88 - 128 km/h). This bulletin is not applicable if this vehicle has a Repair…
• 10243771Nov 18, 2013Equipment. Audi Elsa Newsletter
• 10204516Nov 18, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wind noise from Exterior Mirror.
• 10204503Nov 6, 2013Equipment. The navigation DVD or other CD/DVD cannot be ejected.

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